This tag is used for topics relating to application security and attacks against software. Security relates to a wide range of subjects including cryptography, authentication, authorization, privacy, integrity and access-control, among others.

Web Application Security

More about web application security and best practices:

• Open Web Application Security Project (OWASP) – Their Top 10 list is a good starting point.
• DocForge: Web Application Security Best Practices
• Microsoft: Basic Security Practices for Web Applications

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